Indian Yoga Immersion

Kovalam, Kerala, India

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Elizabeth Henrichsen
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Aug 6 - 16, 2019
Group size: 6 - 16
Indian Yoga Immersion
Kovalam, Kerala, India

Elizabeth Henrichsen
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13 reviews

Aug 6 - 16, 2019
Group size: 6 - 16

About this trip

Reconnect with your true nature in a 10 Day Yoga Immersion in Kerala, India in a lush, tropical Ashram 3 km from Kovalam Beach. 


This is our fourth year offering this Immersion. You will experience authentic India by living in newly built accommodations on the Ashram specifically designed for Yoga studies. The building is ecologically created of local materials. The rooms are simple, with en suite bathrooms. The Yoga Shala (hall) is above the rooms with a view in the distance of the Arabian Sea.


And the FOOD! Organic gardens help to supply healthy South Indian vegetarian meals with local, seasonal produce. Dietary restrictions can typically be accommodated.


Twice daily Yoga asana and pranayama classes are led by Bhooma Chaitanya. Bhooma-ji teaches Sivananda style classical Yoga. We will have meditation and Yogic and Life Philosophy class each day with Swami Yogeshananda.


We will have a chance to learn about Ayurveda, India's ancient healing system and sister science to Yoga.


There is ample time during the day for rest, reflection and for time to yourself.


Diverse activities and cultural events will round off each day, leaving you fulfilled and ready for sleep.


A specially planned day trip is part of our program, a wonderful way to see more of Incredible India.


Kovalam. Kerala

The state of Kerala, known as "God's Own Country", is the south-westernmost state of India. Literacy rates are high and the people are warm and caring. 


Kovalam translates as a grove of coconut trees and true to its name the village offers an endless sight of coconut trees. There are three crescent shaped beaches and a lighthouse, making it a favorite spot to relax and unwind.

What’s included

  • Airport pickup
    Pickup from Trivandrum airport
  • Accomodations
    Accommodations throughout your stay - Single room, double room or 6 person ladies dorm. All rooms are newly built have Western style bathrooms and hot water
  • Food
    All meals at the ashram. Freshly and locally grown, prepared, organic, vegetarian sattvic food. Breakfast, light lunch, tea and dinner.
  • Yoga classes
    Twice daily Yoga asana and pranayama classes taught by Bhooma-ji Chaitanya.
  • Philosophy classes
    Daily philosophy classes taught by Swami-ji Yogeshananda Saraswati.
  • Daily meditation class
    Morning meditation class facilitated by Swami-ji
  • Cultural activity
    Immerse yourself in the ancient culture of Kerala with a special event.
  • Day trip
    Inspiring day trip, likely to Kanykumari, the southern tip of India, which is the meeting point of the Arabian Sea, the Laccadive Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Swami Vivekananda meditated on a rock here.
  • Evening activites
    Activities such as mantra chanting/kirtan/bhajans; dancing and more!
  • Support and Connection
    Contact through a private Facebook group leading up to the Immersion. Support offered by the facilitators with lots of great info to prepare you for this incredible experience.

What’s not included

  • Meals on day trip
    Participant to pay for their own meals on our day trip. Most meals run 50 cents - $8.00
  • Airfare
    We can assist with air travel arrangements.
  • Ashram to airport ride
    We can assist with arrangements for return to airport at the end of Immersion.
  • Shopping
    Shopping is great in Kovalam! Reasonable prices for gifts and other personal items.

Available Packages

Single Room
$1,350
Deposit: $675
Double Room
$1,000
Deposit: $500
Ladies Dorm
$800
Deposit: $400


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Elizabeth Henrichsen
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Reviews

It was a wonderful retreat. Awesome bed in my private cabin. Great group of women!! Especially loved the Reiki share. Learned a lot about Aryuveda and transitioning into fall. Thank you.
By Eilene J for Autumn Retreat on Oct 23, 2023
Thank you for your kind words Eilene! We loved having you as a return attendee and all of your thoughtful insight.
By Elizabeth Henrichsen on Oct 23, 2023
EH
Elizabeth and Tamara always put on a wonderful retreat. The activities are perfectly balanced between yoga classes, other nourishing activities and free time. Both of them are fabulous yoga teachers and you can always tell so much thought and care goes into these events. You can also get a fabulous massage from Tamara as part of your retreat experience. Highly recommended if you're looking for a way to renew and refresh.
By Kendra L for Spring Equinox Retreat on Mar 28, 2023
It was perfect and the people were amazing
By Ari A for Spring Equinox Retreat on Mar 28, 2023
Elizabeth and Tamara were such beautiful, amazing souls. I truly felt at peace while I was on this retreat. I wish it was longer honestly, but it was a nice little re-set. Everyone in the group was so genuinely nice and kind; there was no negative energy anywhere. Elizabeth was so knowledgeable about the practice of Yoga; even her pronunciations of the words were so beautiful. Great experience! I would highly recommend this retreat.
By Rachel H for Spring Equinox Retreat on Mar 22, 2023
Thank you so much for your sweet words and being such an uplifting presence at our retreat, Radiant Rachel!
By Elizabeth Henrichsen on Mar 22, 2023
EH
The autumn retreat far exceeded my expectations. Elizabeth and Tamara guided us through a program that offered a unique friendship building experience. Yoga, meditation, dancing!, healing bowls, Ayurvedic cooking lesson, 🕉 chanting, and delicious vegetarian meals…all the things! Thank you for the love and support 🙏🏻
By Pam C for Autumn Retreat on Oct 11, 2022
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